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Chris RWK- Robots Will Kill Take Warning Original Street Sign Painting by Chris RWK
Take Warning Original Mixed Media Painting Graffiti Artist Modern Pop Art on Real Metal Street Sign by Chris RWK. 2022 Signed Original Mixed Media Acrylic & Spray Paint on Real 12x18 Street Sign This use of intertextuality also serves to offer a comfort or familiarity of sorts to the viewer. Chris’ works frequently reveal everyday musings and people one would pass on the street without looking or thinking about twice.
$1,744.00
Royal Selangor Royal Selangor Steampunk 400% Bearbrick Be@rbrick
Royal Selangor- Steampunk 400% Bearbrick BE@RBRICK Limited Edition Pewter Metal Art Toy Urban Collectable Art Figures Trompe l'oeil riveted metal plating defines the Special Edition 400% Steampunk BE@RBRICK ROYAL SELANGOR, evoking the guttural roar of a coal-fired furnace, the hiss of steam, and all the romance of 19th century engineering. Cast in pewter and given a graphite-treated bronze finish to simulate weathered iron, selective missing panels expose the automaton’s inner workings of pewter gauges and conduits. A cartoon-like bear in anthropomorphic form, MEDICOM TOY’s BE@RBRICK debuted in Tokyo in 2001. In the intervening years, the designer toy has acquired international cult status, in no small part due to its subsequent release in a range of materials, sizes and themes, and its collaborations with a slew of art, design & fashion heavyweights. https://youtu.be/fkBpxS3Twrw
$4,115.00
Chris RWK- Robots Will Kill On a Heartbeat Original Street Sign Painting by Chris RWK
On a Heartbeat Original Mixed Media Painting Graffiti Artist Modern Pop Art on Real Metal Street Sign by Chris RWK. 2022 Signed Original Mixed Media Acrylic & Spray Paint on Real 30x30 Street Stop Sign Immersed in various mediums, Chris began to store the images brought forward though these everyday experiences in what he refers to as a “mental journal”. This journal was a haven of his thoughts that he could refer back to whenever necessary.
$4,165.00
Chris RWK- Robots Will Kill Stand Alone Original Street Sign Painting by Chris RWK
Stand Alone Original Mixed Media Painting Graffiti Artist Modern Pop Art on Real Metal Street Sign by Chris RWK. 2022 Signed Original Mixed Media Acrylic & Spray Paint on Real 18x18 School Zone Street Sign. Chris RWK's Stand Alone: A New Dimension of Street Sign Art In the vibrant landscape of modern pop art and graffiti artwork, Chris RWK (real name Chris Roberts), an artist from New York, presents a compelling twist on the genre with his creation "Stand Alone." This piece, a signed original mixed media painting completed in 2022, defies conventional street art norms by utilizing an actual 18x18 school zone street sign as its canvas. The artwork's foundation in the natural and practical – a metal sign designed to impart rules – becomes a statement of artistic rebellion and creative liberation. The Fusion of Mediums in Chris RWK's Work "Stand Alone" is an innovative meld of acrylic and spray paint, mediums that have long been staples in the street artist's toolkit. By applying them to a metal street sign, Chris RWK bridges the gap between the everyday street objects we often overlook and the expressive potential they hold. His robot-like character, a recurring motif in his work, is depicted with a simplicity that speaks to childhood innocence, juxtaposed against the backdrop of an adult world filled with regulations and restrictions. The duality of this piece – the playful imagery against the stern, directive nature of a street sign – invites contemplation on the push and pull between the structured world we navigate and the imaginative freedom we often yearn for. This tension is at the heart of street pop art, where the mundane is transformed into the extraordinary. Embracing the Ordinary: The Iconography of Chris RWK In "Stand Alone," the ordinary is embraced and celebrated. Chris RWK elevates an ordinary street sign to a piece of art that can communicate complex emotions and ideas. The robot figure, often interpreted as a stand-in for the human experience, is portrayed alongside a heart symbol – a universal expression of love and connection. This simple yet profound imagery speaks to the artist's ability to find depth in simplicity, a hallmark of his broader body of work. The use of real-world objects in art is not new, but Chris RWK recontextualizes this approach within the framework of street pop art, inviting the viewer to see the potential for art in all things. Once a directive object, the street sign becomes a canvas for reflection, a medium through which the artist can connect with the audience on a personal level. Chris RWK's "Stand Alone" is a standout piece within the domain of graffiti artwork and modern pop art. It captures the essence of street art's transformative power, turning a mundane object into a source of artistic expression and commentary. As viewers encounter this piece, they are reminded that art is not confined to galleries or murals on building walls – it can emerge from the most unexpected places, offering new perspectives on the familiar fixtures of our everyday lives.
$2,500.00
Chris RWK- Robots Will Kill Keep Moving Original Street Sign Spray Painting by Chris RWK- Robots Will Kill
Keep Moving Original Street Sign Spray Painting by Chris RWK- Robots Will Kill Mixed Media Modern Graffiti Paint Pop Art on Real Metal Ready To Hang. 2023 Signed Original Mixed Media Spray Paint Acrylic Painting on Reclaimed No Standing Anytime Metal City Sign Size 18x12 Innovation in Reclaimed Art by Chris RWK "Keep Moving" by Chris RWK, from the collective Robots Will Kill, stands as a testament to the transformative power of street art, taking an object as valid as a 'No Standing Anytime' metal city sign and repurposing it into a canvas for modern graffiti paint pop art. Created in 2023, this signed original mixed media spray paint and acrylic painting is a ready-to-hang piece that measures 18x12 inches, embodying the ethos of Street Pop Art and graffiti Artwork. Chris RWK's work is renowned for its ability to communicate complex emotions and societal narratives through street signs' deceptively simple visual language. By reclaiming and repurposing a metal city sign, he not only recycles the physical material but also reclaims the cultural and communicative space these signs occupy. The robot character, a recurring motif in Chris RWK's work, is depicted holding hearts—a sharp contrast to street signage's typically authoritative and impersonal nature. Cultural Commentary on Street Pop Art The piece is a cultural commentary, leveraging the ubiquitous nature of street signs to challenge viewers to reconsider their significance and meaning. By integrating heartfelt imagery on a sign that typically denotes restriction, Chris RWK flips the script, offering a narrative of movement and emotion where one would not expect it. This act of artistic rebellion is characteristic of the graffiti movement, which often seeks to interrupt the urban landscape with unexpected messages and visuals. Chris RWK's "Keep Moving" technique showcases the artist's skill with spray paint and acrylic, using these mediums to add depth and texture to the work. The choice of a metal sign as the substrate adds an industrial edge to the painting, grounding it firmly in the street art tradition and elevating it into a piece of pop art that can be appreciated in various settings. Impact and Significance in the Art World The significance of "Keep Moving" within the art world is multifaceted. It is a piece that blurs the boundaries between high art and street art, between vandalism and sanctioned creative expression. Chris RWK's work is part of a broader movement that sees street artists gaining recognition within the fine art world, with their works increasingly sought after by collectors and enthusiasts. "Keep Moving" is a striking piece of art and a reminder of the enduring influence of street art and its capacity to challenge and redefine the spaces it occupies. Chris RWK, through his work with Robots Will Kill, continues to push the envelope, creating pieces that are at once accessible and profound, simple in their execution but complex in their implications. This painting is a vibrant example of the power of Street Pop Art and graffiti Artwork to captivate and engage audiences, encouraging them to see the urban environment through a new lens.
$1,744.00
Joshua Budich R2-D2 Aluminum Metal Etching Print by Joshua Budich
R2-D2 Laser Etched Aluminum Metal by Joshua Budich Graffiti Street Artist Modern Pop Art. Title: "R2-D2" Aluminum edition Medium: Laser etching on copper Edition: 100 copies Markings: Signed and numbered on verso
$406.00
Joshua Budich C3PO Copper Metal Etching Print by Joshua Budich
C3PO Laser Etched Copper Metal by Joshua Budich Graffiti Street Artist Modern Pop Art. Title: "C3PO" Copper edition Medium: Laser etching on copper Edition: 100 copies Markings: Signed and numbered on verso
$406.00
Royal Selangor Royal Selangor Steampunk Iron Bright 400% Bearbrick Be@rbrick
Royal Selangor- Steampunk Iron Bright 400% Bearbrick BE@RBRICK Limited Edition Pewter Metal Art Toy Urban Collectable Art Figures Edition of 400. At the cusp of the 19th century, innovations in smelting become the catalyst for the dawn of the aptly dubbed new Iron Age. Metal of improved quality is employed widely, from transport infrastructure and civil engineering to the humblest of domestic uses. The Special Edition Iron Bright Steampunk BE@RBRICK ROYAL SELANGOR’s bright pewter skin suggests the glimmer of new iron, with absent panels revealing graphite treated interior workings. Since its debut in Tokyo in 2001, MEDICOM TOY’s BE@RBRICK has achieved international cult status, its cartoon-like bear form a collaborative canvas to art, design, and fashion greats. Small Tear To Box https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RmUPvGpTXJU
$4,115.00
Ron Zakrin Bucket Head #4 Paint Can Sculpture by Ron Zakrin
Bucket Head #4 Original Mixed-Media, Acrylic, Metal, Spraypaint Sculpture Artwork on Real Vintage Paint Can with reclaimed elements by graffiti street artist modern pop artist Ron Zakrin. “This exhibition looks to both the recent past -- how technical advances in the music industry shaped a generation -- and to the near future for motifs and possible outcomes due to developments in artificial intelligence. This expansive body of work tells a story of adaptation and the integration of technology.” - Ron Zakrin
$1,545.00